EMBRAER

Phenom 300EV: new evolution of the light jet, featuring Garmin Emergency Autoland, new avionics, and satellite connectivity

On Tuesday (14), Embraer announced the launch of the Phenom 300EV, a new version of the Phenom 300 light jet family.

The aircraft incorporates upgrades to safety systems, avionics, performance, cabin features, and connectivity, including the addition of Garmin Emergency Autoland—a system capable of performing a fully automated landing in the event of pilot incapacitation.

The model also extends its range to 2,055 nautical miles, increases payload capacity, and offers new features tailored to business aviation operations.

A key highlight of the Phenom 300EV is the adoption of Garmin Emergency Autoland, making it the largest business jet equipped with this system. The technology allows the aircraft to identify a suitable airport and execute the approach, landing, and stop fully automatically during emergencies involving pilot incapacitation.

Another added feature is Autobrake, available for both takeoff and landing, designed to automate braking after touchdown.

These new systems are integrated via the Multi-Purpose Electronic Controller (MEC), developed by Embraer. This unit consolidates the aircraft's electronic functions—including the rudder-by-wire system—helping to reduce pilot workload and simplify maintenance procedures.

Avionics upgrades... The Phenom 300EV also receives an update to the Garmin G3000 Prodigy Touch suite, featuring new capabilities designed to enhance situational awareness and operations in various airport environments.

Added functionalities include 3D taxiway routing, Runway Occupancy Awareness (ROA), Synthetic Vision Guidance System (SVGS), FANS 1/A+, RNP AR 0.3, Inertial Reference System (IRS), Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting System (ROAAS), autothrottle, and Emergency Descent Mode (EDM). According to the manufacturer, the systems were incorporated to expand the aircraft's operational capabilities and reduce workload during various flight phases.

The updates also include performance improvements. The Phenom 300EV now offers a maximum range of 2,055 nautical miles, along with an increased Maximum Zero Fuel Weight (MZFW), allowing for approximately 195 kilograms of additional payload.

The aircraft also incorporates True Blue Power lithium-ion batteries and new LED taxi and landing lights, focusing on operational reliability and fleet availability.

Modifications extend to the aircraft's interior as well. The Phenom 300EV now features a new vacuum lavatory and a redesigned galley area, configured to accommodate commercial hot-beverage makers. The model also gains an air ionization system and improved temperature control for passengers and crew.

According to Embraer, the aircraft maintains a maximum cabin altitude of 6,600 feet while preserving signature family features such as a spacious baggage compartment, large windows, and an integrated airstair.

Satellite connectivity... As a factory option, the Phenom 300EV can be equipped with Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity using the Gogo Galileo system.

The manufacturer also stated that Starlink connectivity will be made available later through a modification certified via a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC).

by Vivaero